Albion Neighbourhood Services
Together, we are laying the foundation for the future we aspire to create. And across every service, we carry forward a belief that every person deserves stability and opportunity and sometimes extra support to reach their full potential.
Khudaija Sheikh
Executive Director
Who we are
Albion Neighbourhood Services (ANS) is a multi-service community organization based in Rexdale, Etobicoke. Since 1971, we have provided accessible supports that empower residents, strengthen families, and build resilient, inclusive communities. Each year, ANS supports thousands of residents across Etobicoke through housing, access, and youth development programs - including the BGC Albion Club, Access Centre, and Housing Supports.
Resilient communities where everyone has access to opportunities, services, and growth.
Our Vision
Build vibrant communities through social inclusion and accessible services.
Our Mission
Our core values
Respect & Dignity
We are a caring organization that reflects and appreciates the dignity, abilities, beliefs, values, opinions and expressed needs of our community and each other. Our employees, volunteers and community members model honesty, fair play, positive attitudes, and respect for self and others.
Equity and Access
We actively outreach to those who face barriers accessing community services. We support people experiencing their full potential and well-being and that they not be disadvantaged because of their race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, social class, socio-economic status, or other socially-determined factor.
Diversity
We appreciate and value the diversity and individual strengths of our employees, volunteers and people in our community. We demonstrate this through our organizational policies and practices, decision making, sharing of information, and in the ways we ensure access.
Client-Centred
We are committed to clients receiving the highest quality programs, services and supports from well-informed, skilled staff and volunteers.
Collaboration
We recognize the strengths and knowledge of our employees, volunteers, partners and community members. We encourage broad stakeholder engagement to identify community strengths and opportunities to enhance the way we respond.
Accountability
We demonstrate responsibility for our actions and results.We are committed to measuring, evaluating and reporting results and to using all funding effectively and efficiently.
Our History
1971
Our Beginning
Community Information Centre founded at Albion Mall as a small information booth with information about available community and social services. Became incorporated as a non-profit organization.
1980s-1990s
Growth & Expansion of Services
Expanded community services including housing services and additional programs.
1999
BGC Albion (Formerly Boys & Girls Club)
Launched
Albion Neighbourhood Services established the BGC Albion Club (Albion Boys & Girls Club) and became affiliated with BGCC (Boys & Girls Clubs of Canada).
2000-2010s
Growth & Expansion
Added programs to various services and expanded outreach across Etobicoke, strengthening supports for youth, families, and newcomers. Access expanded to include tax services.
2012
Moved to Rexdale Community Hub
Moved to the Rexdale Community Hub as a founding tenant and partner.
2021
BGC Rebrand
Boys & Girls Club rebranded as BGC Albion under BGC Canada.
2021
ANS 50th Anniversary
Albion Neighbourhood Services celebrates 50 years of community service. Woo-hoo!
2024
25 Years of BGC Service
Celebrated 25 years of BGC Albion!
Today
A Community Service Provider in Rexdale
Albion Neighbourhood Services continues to serve as a trusted community organization in Etobicoke. Operating across three locations, ANS delivers a wide range of programs that reflect the neighbourhood’s evolving needs.
Join Our Mission
Be part of our continuing story. Whether through volunteering, donating, or spreading awareness, you can help us create lasting positive change in our community.